Joe's Tango podcast

Why is tango "so hard?" Check out this episode where my guest offers some interesting insights on this question. This week I'm joined by a tanguero who's been dancing for well over two decades. In the 90s, he studied with original cast members from Forever Tango, and also worked with a number of other masters including the great Carlos Gavito. Today, he’s based in Connecticut, where he helped esta...

If you're new to tango, you'll probably feel your heart racing the moment you show up to your first few milongas. Or if you're a shy person like me, going to a milonga in a new place might make you a little nervous. If you can relate to that, then keep listening.

If you're new to tango and struggling, or trying to convince someone to start tango, then this episode is for you. ________ Want to help support Joe's Tango Podcast? It's easy!  Be a Subscribestar follower: https://www.subscribestar.com/tangopodcast Or you can make a secure donation here via Paypal: http://bit.ly/2T4woBP

My guest today is originally from Buenos Aires, but is now based in San Pedro, California. She started dancing tango in 2004, and almost immediately fell in love with it! Soon after that, she found herself dedicating more and more of her time studying and sharing tango. In 2009, she opened her own studio where she teaches classes and hosts weekly milongas. On top of that, she organizes regular tan...

First impressions are powerful, but they don't tell the whole story. This is especially true when it comes to meeting new dancers... _____ Want to help support Joe's Tango Podcast? It's easy!  Be a Subscribestar follower: https://www.subscribestar.com/tangopodcast Or you can make a secure donation here via Paypal: http://bit.ly/2T4woBP

Most tango dancers don't immediately define tango as a dance. Why is that? Listen on to find out! My guest today is the cofounder and managing partner of Ultimate Tango, a tango academy based in Medford, MA. She's a teacher, blogger, and tango philosopher. Let's meet Anita Flejter... More on Anita here: Website: ultimatetango.com Link to TANGO SECRETS SUMMIT (Jan. 18 - 20, 2022): https://tangosecr...

Having trouble understanding the concept of tango "connection?" Maybe thinking about ice cream can help... _____ Want to help support Joe's Tango Podcast? It's easy!  Be a Subscribestar follower: https://www.subscribestar.com/tangopodcast Or you can make a secure donation here via Paypal: http://bit.ly/2T4woBP

How do we keep our cool when unexpected things pop up? Here are 3 things you need to remember - Think of it as a handy mental organizer that will keep the panic at bay... ____ Want to help support Joe's Tango Podcast? It's easy!  Be a Subscribestar follower: https://www.subscribestar.com/tangopodcast Or you can make a secure donation here via Paypal: http://bit.ly/2T4woBP

Harmonica virtuoso Joe Powers returns! We talk about finding hidden opportunities in difficult circumstances, and how packing light holds value even when we're not traveling... More on Joe here: Website: joepowers.com _____ Want to help support Joe's Tango Podcast? It's easy!  Be a Subscribestar follower: https://www.subscribestar.com/tangopodcast Or you can make a secure donation here via Paypal:...

If you're worried about the future of tango in your community, and wondering what you can do, then you definitely want to listen to this episode. ____________ Want to help support Joe's Tango Podcast? It's easy!  Be a Subscribestar follower: https://www.subscribestar.com/tangopodcast Or you can make a secure donation here via Paypal: http://bit.ly/2T4woBP

Believe it or not, disruptions to our routines are useful in testing our level of commitment to dreams and ambitions... _____ Want to help support Joe's Tango Podcast? It's easy!  Be a Subscribestar follower: https://www.subscribestar.com/tangopodcast Or you can make a secure donation here via Paypal: http://bit.ly/2T4woBP ____

Working hard and grinding through practice sessions will help your tango...until it doesn't! Listen on to find out why! My guests today are internationally renown tango instructors and performers based in Buenos Aires. They teach at the famed Estudio Dinzel, which is the longest consistently running studio in the city. They will be helping to organize the upcoming Festival Estudio Dinzel, which ta...

Whenever we attend a milonga, those old childhood fears of not fitting in still haunt us sometimes. It's ok to admit it! But sometimes we try too hard, and end up with the very result we were trying to avoid. So here's a personal "what not to do" story that turned out to be a valuable learning experience... Hopefully it'll help you as well! ___ Want to help support Joe's Tango Podcast? It's easy! ...

Are you having trouble figuring out just how hard you ought to be working in order to improve your tango? Then keep listening, because I have some answers for you. Thanks for checking out the podcast! _____ Want to help support Joe's Tango Podcast? It's easy!  Be a Subscribestar follower: https://www.subscribestar.com/tangopodcast Or you can make a secure donation here via Paypal: http://bit.ly/2T...

Many of you are working hard towards important life goals - And you may be wondering if you're on the right path or not. If that sounds like you, then you won't want to miss this episode! Keep in mind that we often don't follow a predictable, pre-determined path to success. My guest today is an internationally renown musician, who has performed and recorded all over the globe. He is a bandoneon pl...

This week I had a fun conversation about teaching styles, the many facets of learning tango, and how culture influences our perspectives. My guest today is originally from Córdoba, Argentina, but is currently based in Paris, France. In addition to tango, he's also well versed in Argentinean Folk dancing. While growing up, he trained in various dance schools in Buenos Aires and Córdoba. He has also...

I've got some useful dancing tips for you today. They'll add some nice dynamism to your dancing, and best of all, they're simple to understand! ___________ Want to help support Joe's Tango Podcast? It's easy!  Be a Subscribestar follower: https://www.subscribestar.com/tangopodcast Or you can make a secure donation here via Paypal: http://bit.ly/2T4woBP

We're all running on tight schedules, and we don't have time for everything. But there are SOME things we should always make time for. Why does tango dancing make the list? Want to help support Joe's Tango Podcast? It's easy!  Be a Subscribestar follower: https://www.subscribestar.com/tangopodcast Or you can make a secure donation here via Paypal: http://bit.ly/2T4woBP

My guest today is a renown tango DJ based in Germany. He's also a language teacher, and a journalist. We had a fun chat about his dance journey, and his experiences with tango music... Let's meet DJ Shahram... More on DJ Shahram here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dj_shahram/ Want to help support Joe's Tango Podcast? It's easy!  Be a Subscribestar follower: https://www.subscribestar.com/tan...

The COVID pandemic has been a crazy time! Although it might be too early to reflect, let's consider the value of having gone through such an ordeal. In the future, let's remember to think about the ways in which we've emerged stronger... Want to help support Joe’s Tango podcast? It's easy! Be a Subscribestar follower: www.subscribestar.com/tangopodcast Or you can make a secure donation here via Pa...

You know, when it comes to improving our tango, it may seem counterintuitive to deliberately slow down. But every now and then, it's the smart thing to do. Why? Listen on to find out... ____ Want to help support Joe's Tango Podcast? It's easy!  Be a Subscribestar follower:  https://www.subscribestar.com/tangopodcast Or you can make a secure donation here via Paypal: http://bit.ly/2T4woBP

If you don't feel like your tango is progressing quickly enough, then this episode is for you! It's a short one, so I'll be making the point rather quickly - hope it helps! _______ Interested in being a sponsor? Let me help you get the word out about your upcoming events, or awesome tango merchandise. Great rates are available🙂 Contact me at joe@healthytango.com for inquiries... Or just want to h...

If you’re looking for insights on how to promote events or how get new people into tango, this episode is for you... My guest today is originally from Greece, but is now located in Portugal. An online marketing expert, he's the former CEO of Open Circles Academy, the fastest growing business training company in the Netherlands. In terms of tango, he's been extremely busy over the last few years. H...

Most of us have gone a long time without dancing, and it's miserable! But life went on, and and maybe we THINK we've grown accustomed to being away from tango. But don't let misery be your new normal! Want to help support Joe's Tango Podcast? It's easy!  Be a Subscribestar follower: https://www.subscribestar.com/tangopodcast Or you can make a secure donation here via Paypal: http://bit.ly/2T4woBP

In today's episode, we catch up with Tango cellist Maxfield Wollam-Fisher. We touch upon a bunch of themes, and talk about how the pandemic may actually lead to a dramatic wave of creativity with respect to tango music... More on Max here: Da Capo Tango: https://www.facebook.com/DaCapoTango/ Arco & Aire: https://www.facebook.com/arcoaire/ Bienvenido al tango: https://www.facebook.com/Bienvenidoalt...